I t has often been said that the planter is the key to maximizing yield. Time lost during prime planting season because of planter breakdowns can result in significant yield loss. Yield losses of 7 to ...

One of the best ways to begin diagnosing problems on your planter each spring is to test its motors, says Bill Bauer, B&M Crop Consulting. By listening to the motors run, you can hear popping, ...

Question: Where can I get the planter calibration tool you talk about at the Corn College planting clinics? Answer: The planter calibration tool can be a great help in calibrating seed and insecticide ...

While some farmers have already planted seeds for this year, a significant number are still waiting to see whether the rains will be consistent. This gives an opportunity to make a final check of ...